Phoenix Maplewood the time of sun

When Sebastian was the first to speak he was surprised, even more so when the words stung like bees. His brow furrowed and he proceeded the words internally, swallowing thickly. Was it Aditya who leaped through flame to help Sebastian rescue Faye? He flicked his ears remaining silent while Aviana voiced her dissapointment and then volunteered to lead for now. He lifted his gaze and gave her a smile, turning to look at Sebastian "It stings to know that your loyalty was to one, while the rest of us had loyalty to all of Morningside. I thought I had yours too. I am sorry to hear you'll be going but I wish you the best in your new home." he said this as graciously as possible though there was a tenseness in his tone that made it clear he was upset. Turning back to Aviana he smiled again "Thank you Aviana, I'd appreciate you doing that. When you step down, if you want to go I understand. We'll miss you though" the warmth crept into his tone as he realised she had been in Morningside for much longer then he recalled at first. She would be a good leader until he took the reigns.